Asleep
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
A secret I couldn't keep
Just me and a friend wondering, bonding
Love, you always were my love, you always were
So throw your arms around me 'til it hurts
Give me something I can touch
And if I'm lost you've found me, but it hurts
Give me something I can love
Asleep is away from harm
As weak as a broken heart
Just me in a web, drowning, drowning
Love, you always were my love, you always were
So throw your arms around me 'til it hurts
Give me something I can touch
And if I'm lost you've found me, but it hurts
Give me something I can love
Asleep is away from harm
As weak as a broken heart
Just me in a web, dying, dying
Love, it always hurts
Asleep - King Crimson
Released by the progressive rock ensemble King Crimson, "Asleep" stands as a defining track within the band's expansive discography. The song exemplifies the group's signature approach, blending complex time signatures, intricate guitar work, and atmospheric textures into a cohesive musical narrative. Often associated with the band's mid-to-late era, the recording showcases the collaborative spirit of the lineup, featuring the distinctive interplay between guitarists and the rhythmic drive characteristic of their progressive style. The track has become a staple for fans exploring the depth of King Crimson's catalog, representing a moment where the band's experimental tendencies reached a new level of sophistication while maintaining their core identity.